About Ice Bath Boston & Breath | Breathwork & Cold Exposure in Needham, MA

WHO WE ARE

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Our Mission

Our mission is to help individuals break free from anxiety and stress by transforming the way they breathe, think, and respond to fear and uncertainty. By teaching nervous system regulation as a hard skill- through evidence-based breathwork, nervous system training, and guided cold exposure- we empower our clients with fast-acting tools to create lasting change. Whether you’re an overworked professional, an athlete pushing your limits, or someone who has tried everything and still feels stuck, we offer a structured, research-driven approach to nervous system mastery.

What Makes Us Different?

Boston’s Only Breathwork Coaching Specializing in Nervous System Regulation –

We focus on baseline breathing mechanics, teaching clients how to breathe efficiently for long-term stress resilience.

Rooted in Research –

Our methods are backed by published studies, ensuring that every technique we teach has proven benefits.

Actionable & Measurable Results –

Clients track progress through the Breathing IQ and Parasympathetic Recovery Score, quantifying their nervous system improvements over time.

A Holistic & Integrative Approach –

We uniquely combine breathwork, cognitive reframing, and controlled stress exposure (ice baths) to help clients not just manage anxiety but rewire their response to it.

A Transformative Community Experience –

Ice bath events are more than a practice—they are powerful gatherings where individuals face discomfort, find support, and push through their limits together.

About Our Founder, Rachel Lee

Rachel’s journey has been marked by resilience and a relentless pursuit of well-being. After a career in education, she transitioned into the fitness industry, founding her first company, YOU Wellness, to empower women to take up space through strength training and intuitive nutrition.

Her personal breakthrough came after years of searching for relief from anxiety and depression, which were triggered by a major trauma just six days after graduating high school. After a decade of prescriptions, therapy, and medical interventions, Rachel finally found profound healing in cold water immersion. This experience ignited her passion for sharing the power of breathwork and cold exposure with others.

Through Ice Bath Boston & Breath, Rachel brings a research-backed, hands-on approach to nervous system regulation, offering one-on-one coaching, group workshops, and community-based events. Her mission is to equip clients with sustainable tools to reduce stress, improve resilience, and enhance their health and happiness.

Certified Breathwork & Ice Bath Coach

Rachel became a certified ice bath coach with the ICCE Method in 2022. She trained under Dr. Belisa Vranich of The Breathing Class and Patrick McKeown’s Oxygen Advantage Instructor Program. She is a Trauma-Informed Care Practitioner and a member of both the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance and the International Breathwork Foundation

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Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition & Women’s Health Coach

Rachel is a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer and Precision Nutrition Coach. She has specialized in women’s health for years and is a Girls Gone Strong Women’s Health Coach. Her background in exercise physiology and nutrition allows her to guide clients in optimizing their breathing, movement, and eating habits for better nervous system regulation

Located Within PhyziX – Holistic Physiotherapy in Needham

PhyziX goes beyond symptom relief of traditional physical to address the root cause of chronic pain. Their whole-body approach supports long-term healing—so you can move, live, and feel better.

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A Community Built on Resilience

Ice bath experiences are some of the most powerful community gatherings. When you step into the cold, you’re doing something hard, vulnerable, and transformative—surrounded by people cheering you on, reminding you that you are capable of more than you think.